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monster
Definition:
(nou) an imaginary creature usually having various human and animal parts (nou) someone or something that is abnormally large and powerful (nou) a person or animal that is markedly unusual or deformed (nou) a cruel wicked and inhuman person (nou) a grossly malformed and usually nonviable fetus
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈmɒnstə
Examples:
The anime has shown the monster to be extremely formidable.
The monster devastated the city.
The transformation of monster was incredible.
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Common mistakes of monster pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many learners stress the second syllable, saying "mon-'ster" instead of the correct "'mon-ster". Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable, as shown in IPA: /ˈmɒn.stər/ (UK) and /ˈmɑn.stɚ/ (US).
- Overemphasizing the "o": Some speakers pronounce "monster" with a long "o" sound, saying "mohn-ster". Tip: The "o" in "monster" is a short vowel sound, represented in IPA as /ɒ/ (UK) and /ɑ/ (US).
- Ignoring the "t" sound: It's common to hear "monser" without the "t" pronounced. Tip: Ensure to articulate the "t" clearly, as it is an important consonant in the word, represented in IPA as /t/.
- Merging syllables: Some pronounce "monster" as a single syllable, like "muhster". Tip: Keep the two syllables distinct, saying "mon-ster" to maintain clarity, as indicated in IPA: /ˈmɒn.stər/ (UK) and /ˈmɑn.stɚ/ (US).
- Confusing "monster" with "monstrous": Learners may mix these words, mispronouncing "monster" as "monstrous". Tip: Remember that "monster" has a simpler structure and pronunciation, focusing on the two-syllable breakdown.